Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 634kcal 31%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Carbohydrates 79g 26%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 55g 110%
Protein 6g 12%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 355mg 14%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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My Favorite Carrot Cake Recipe

Name: My Favorite Carrot Cake Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 2 cups (260g) chopped pecans (1 cup for cake, 1 cup for garnish. Nuts are optional.)*; 1 and 1/2 cups (300g) packed light or dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar; 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil or canola oil (or melted coconut oil)*; 4 large eggs; 3/4 cup (133g) smooth unsweetened applesauce; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 and 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 cups (260g) grated carrots (about 4 large); Cream Cheese Frosting:; 16 ounces (452g) full-fat brickcream cheese, softened to room temperature; 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 4 cups (480g) confectioners’ sugar; 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; pinch of salt, to taste

Prep 25m

Cook 30m

Total 55m

This delicious carrot cake recipe is moist, flavorful, and topped with creamy frosting. The cake is made with grated carrots, spices, and pecans. The creamy frosting is made with cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract. It's the perfect dessert to make for any occasion!

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